Comedy

Interview: Joel Hodgson on rebuilding the MST3K brand

Interview: Joel Hodgson on rebuilding the MST3K brand

More than 30 years ago, stand-up comedian Joel Hodgson created a unique comedy show for a St. Paul, Minn., television station. “Mystery Science Theater 3000” featured Hodgson and a pair of robots forced to watch old B-movies, with only their running commentary keeping them sane. MST3K became a cult TV show, moved to cable networks like Comedy Central and Syfy, and even produced a feature film.

Catching up with Tom Green

Catching up with Tom Green

Back at the turn of the century (which frankly feels like an old-timey thing to say, but it’s accurate), Tom Green was a fast-rising star in comedy with his outrageous and provocative sketch/talk comedy “The Tom Green Show” on MTV. While his popularity peaked around 2000-01, Green has continued to perform comedy with his standup tours all around the world.

Bill Engvall promises a break from politics with comedy show

Bill Engvall promises a break from politics with comedy show

“Blue Collar” comic Bill Engvall may not receive the hype of coastal comedians, but his long career as a national touring headliner is nothing to sneeze at. I got a chance to talk to Engvall about his career and approach to comedy during diverse times in my latest for The Buffalo News.